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·Up for grabs is a manual-winder Seamaster De Ville from the early 60s. It’s a solid example of the low-key elegance that Omegas from that period exude effortlessly. I’ve always liked the monocoque (front-loading) De Ville models because their ‘dish-bowl’ cases are stunning in a somewhat understated way. Despite being essentially only one component, the cross-section exhibits a lot of complex curvature and details that make me respect Omega’s engineering prowess at the time.
Dial: The dial is a soft sunburst in radiant silver. The indices are lapped, faceted, and inlaid with onyx with double batons at 12. All minute markers are present, and all printing is original, and period correct. Dial exhibits some light aging and patina. The curved ‘S’ Seamaster is accompanied with the correct ‘De Ville’ script, and with the 19M movement production date, likely indicates that this is one of the first batches of Seamaster De Villes after the coat hanger S series.
Case: The stainless-steel monocoque case exhibits signs of wear and has been polished at some point. Despite this, it’s in pretty good condition. The original case contours are still present, and the slender lugs remain straight and unbent. The facets of the lugs still reflect light well.
There are scratches and marks as one would expect of a piece worn over decades, but you can see the black polish originally applied on the lugs is still mostly present.
The Seamaster medallion on the back still retains its original sandblasted finish, which is typically eliminated during polishing. Both the circular brushing and ‘WATERPROOF’ engraving are clean and well-defined.
I've always felt that the monocoque design and the sandblasted finish on the medallion make the watch's case seem almost like a coin.
The correct reference number is clearly engraved on the caseback, which is thoroughly decorated with perlage.
Fun Fact: The diving bell hallmark, indicating that EPSA was the manufacture who created this case, can be seen on this watch and watches such as the monocoque Cosmic and the Seamaster 1000.
Crown: Original Omega service crown with logo. It has light hairline scratches, but no large gouges or deformations. The correct scalloped design for this reference, rather than the knurled replacements typically found.
Crystal: The crystal is a Sternkreuz replacement that preserves the thin profile of the watch. It matches the profile of period replacements fairly well, and the quality of the acrylic casting is quite good.
Movement: The movement is a manual wind 1962 Omega 600 with 17 jewels, adjusted to 2 positions. All functions are working properly, and the watch is keeping time very well, having been serviced. Amplitude is a solid 280 at full wind and gains approx. 5-15s per day (This will probably vary based on your activities and habits).
Price: Asking $535 shipped CONUS, Paypal F&F, Zelle, Venmo, or Bank Wire accepted. Watch head only, straps used only for photos. Message me for international shipping. Please no returns unless terribly misrepresented.
I've been around for 5 years now and am a pretty active member of the community. Been shifting around my collection for a couple of months and haven’t had any complaints.
Dial: The dial is a soft sunburst in radiant silver. The indices are lapped, faceted, and inlaid with onyx with double batons at 12. All minute markers are present, and all printing is original, and period correct. Dial exhibits some light aging and patina. The curved ‘S’ Seamaster is accompanied with the correct ‘De Ville’ script, and with the 19M movement production date, likely indicates that this is one of the first batches of Seamaster De Villes after the coat hanger S series.
Case: The stainless-steel monocoque case exhibits signs of wear and has been polished at some point. Despite this, it’s in pretty good condition. The original case contours are still present, and the slender lugs remain straight and unbent. The facets of the lugs still reflect light well.
There are scratches and marks as one would expect of a piece worn over decades, but you can see the black polish originally applied on the lugs is still mostly present.
The Seamaster medallion on the back still retains its original sandblasted finish, which is typically eliminated during polishing. Both the circular brushing and ‘WATERPROOF’ engraving are clean and well-defined.
I've always felt that the monocoque design and the sandblasted finish on the medallion make the watch's case seem almost like a coin.
The correct reference number is clearly engraved on the caseback, which is thoroughly decorated with perlage.
Fun Fact: The diving bell hallmark, indicating that EPSA was the manufacture who created this case, can be seen on this watch and watches such as the monocoque Cosmic and the Seamaster 1000.
Crown: Original Omega service crown with logo. It has light hairline scratches, but no large gouges or deformations. The correct scalloped design for this reference, rather than the knurled replacements typically found.
Crystal: The crystal is a Sternkreuz replacement that preserves the thin profile of the watch. It matches the profile of period replacements fairly well, and the quality of the acrylic casting is quite good.
Movement: The movement is a manual wind 1962 Omega 600 with 17 jewels, adjusted to 2 positions. All functions are working properly, and the watch is keeping time very well, having been serviced. Amplitude is a solid 280 at full wind and gains approx. 5-15s per day (This will probably vary based on your activities and habits).
Price: Asking $535 shipped CONUS, Paypal F&F, Zelle, Venmo, or Bank Wire accepted. Watch head only, straps used only for photos. Message me for international shipping. Please no returns unless terribly misrepresented.
I've been around for 5 years now and am a pretty active member of the community. Been shifting around my collection for a couple of months and haven’t had any complaints.
